$500,000 Settlement for Law Enforcement Negligence / Slip & Fall

Kenneth Elwood represented a 52-year-old man who was in custody of law enforcement as a result of a domestic violence incident with his spouse. He was a recent kidney transplant recipient and was taken to a local hospital for a monitoring check-up. Following his exam it was reported to the corrections officer in charge of his transportation and safety that he was experiencing lower leg weakness and fatigue. Despite this, he was kept in leg irons, handcuffs, and restraints and taken down a stairway without any control or assistance from the officers. His legs gave out and he fell; unable to use his handcuffed hands to protect himself or otherwise break his fall, landing on his head. He suffered severe head injuries and died 6 months later.

Words cannot express how tremendously grateful I am to Jeff Zenna for his sincere compassion and legal assistance during one of the most challenging times in my life. Though it goes without saying, I would never hesitate to use or refer Jeff to anyone seeking the assistance of a highly qualified and competent attorney.

- Sophia P.

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- Thomas J. Foley, III

I wish to convey my esteem and admiration for your professional excellence and personal manner in dealing with me regarding my auto accident case. Your attention to detail and knowledge were impressive by any standard.

- V.

The Blume firm is outstanding in its representation of injured consumers. I’ve worked as co-counsel with Harris Feldman and have been very pleased with the firm’s expertise, professionalism and positive results.